Balia

Balia is a village located in Itkhori subdivision of Chatra district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 37km away from district headquarter Itkhori. Itkhori is the sub-district headquarter of Balia village. As per 2009 stats, Dhuna is the gram panchayat of Balia village.

Balia has its own place in the vibrant Chatra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Balia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balia is 348985. The village spans a total geographical area of 48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825408. Itkhori is nearest town to Balia village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Balia

Below is a concise population overview of Balia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 558 282 276
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 104 58 46
Scheduled Castes (SC) 141 72 69
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 336 194 142
Illiterate Population 222 88 134

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balia village:

  • The total population of Balia village is around 558, including approximately 282 males and 276 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 104 children aged 0–6 years in Balia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balia village has 141 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balia village is about 60.22%, with male literacy at 68.79% and female literacy at 51.45%.
  • There are around 100 households in Balia village.

Connectivity of Balia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balia. As per the 2011 stats, Balia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balia

Knowing the nearby villages of Balia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balia.

Joridih Alias Sompura Sirmatpur Dharpur Gandharab Chak Sonasemar Jhakra Sonia Kanaudi Pakaria Khurd Sonpura Lohra

Frequently Asked Questions about Balia

Where is Balia located?
Balia village is situated in Itkhori Subdivision, within the Chatra district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Dhuna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balia?
The pincode of Balia is 825408, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balia is 558, with 282 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 60.22%. The male literacy rate is 68.79%, while the female literacy rate is 51.45%.